Anti-shading outdoor solar panel support

Abstract

The present application relates to the technical fields of converting infrared radiation, visible light or ultraviolet light to generate electric energy, and proposes an anti-shading outdoor solar panel support for solving the problem of shading sunlight by solar panels, which comprises a mounting frame and a solar panel, a plurality of stand columns are arranged below the mounting frame, a plurality of reinforcing connecting rods are arranged on the mounting frame along the left-right direction, and a mounting mechanism for sliding adjustment of the installation position of the solar panel after installation is arranged between the bottom of the solar panel and the reinforcing connecting rods; the mounting mechanism comprises mounting rails which are fixedly arranged on the top of the reinforcing connecting rods at the front and rear ends of the solar panel, a sliding installation device for sliding installation of the solar panel is arranged between the bottom surface of the solar panel and the mounting rails, and a locking device for left-right sliding adjustment of the installation position of the solar panel in the unlocked state and for fixing the installation position of the solar panel in the locked state is arranged on the sliding installation device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of electrical energy generation technology from infrared radiation, visible light or ultraviolet light conversion, and particularly to an outdoor solar panel support that prevents shading. Background Technology

[0002] With the accelerating development of green energy, photovoltaic (PV) installations in rural areas have become an important measure to promote the upgrading of rural energy structures. Rural households generally have independent courtyards, and the potential for utilizing homestead space is significant, providing a good foundation for the application of distributed PV systems. However, rural households currently have high demands for better lighting in their courtyards. Traditional flat-lay PV panels easily block sunlight from entering the courtyard, contradicting villagers' desire for natural light and becoming a major factor restricting the promotion of PV installations in rural courtyards.

[0003] To address this pain point, this solution innovatively designs an adjustable solar panel installation structure, enabling flexible adjustment of the photovoltaic panel placement. Even after installation, the position of the photovoltaic panels can be adjusted arbitrarily according to actual usage needs, precisely adapting to the local lighting requirements of the courtyard. This fully utilizes courtyard space to develop photovoltaic energy while also considering the villagers' natural lighting experience, harmoniously integrating photovoltaic installation with the daily needs of rural life. This provides a feasible solution for the widespread adoption of photovoltaic technology in rural courtyards. Summary of the Invention

[0004] Therefore, in view of the above problems, the present invention proposes an outdoor solar panel bracket to prevent shading of solar panels.

[0005] To solve the above technical problems, the solution adopted by the present invention is: an outdoor solar panel bracket for preventing shading, including a mounting frame and a solar panel, wherein a plurality of columns are provided below the mounting frame, and a plurality of reinforcing connecting rods are provided on the mounting frame along the left and right directions, and an installation mechanism for sliding and adjusting the installation position of the solar panel is provided between the bottom of the solar panel and the reinforcing connecting rods;

[0006] The installation mechanism includes an installation guide rail, which is fixedly mounted on the top of the reinforcing connecting rod at the front and rear ends of the solar panel. A sliding installation device for sliding the solar panel is provided between the bottom surface of the solar panel and the installation guide rail. At least one of the sliding installation devices is provided with a locking device that allows the solar panel to slide left and right to adjust its installation position in the unlocked state and to fix its installation position in the locked state.

[0007] A further improvement is made to the sliding installation device, which includes a front clamping plate, a rear clamping plate, and a fixing block. The fixing block is fixedly disposed on the lower surface of the solar panel. The upper end of the front clamping plate is detachably disposed on the front surface of the fixing block, and the upper end of the rear clamping plate is detachably disposed on the rear surface of the fixing block. A clamping groove is formed between the lower ends of the front clamping plate and the lower ends of the rear clamping plate to allow for sliding with the mounting guide rail.

[0008] A further improvement is made to the locking device, which includes a slide rail, an elliptical slider, a sliding rod, a drive block, a locking rope, and a rope-retracting sleeve. The slide rail is horizontally arranged on the side of the reinforcing connecting rod in the left-right direction. The elliptical slider is slidably disposed within the slide rail. The short axis of the elliptical slider has a rigid structure on both sides and forms a sliding gap with the top and bottom of the slide rail. The long axis of the elliptical slider has a flexible structure on both sides and, after being rotated 90 degrees, abuts against the top and bottom of the slide rail to eliminate the sliding gap. The inner end of the sliding rod is fixedly disposed on the outer end face of the elliptical slider. The drive block is fixedly disposed on the outer end of the sliding rod in a direction parallel to the long axis of the elliptical slider. The rope-retracting sleeve is rotatably sleeved on the middle section of the sliding rod. The tail of the locking rope is fixedly disposed on the rope-retracting sleeve. The head of the locking rope is movably connected to the front clamp or the rear clamp. The sliding rod is provided with an anti-rotation structure to limit the release of the locking rope by the rope-retracting sleeve.

[0009] A further improvement is that: at least two movable connecting blocks are integrally provided on the front or rear clamping plate, the movable connecting blocks are distributed vertically, a connecting hole is opened in the middle of the movable connecting block, and a snap-fit ​​channel communicating with the connecting hole is opened in the left and right direction of the movable connecting block. The opening ends of the snap-fit ​​channels opened on the two movable connecting blocks are opposite in direction, and an upper abutting block is fixedly provided at the head of the locking rope to abut against the upper surface of the upper movable connecting block after the locking rope is tightened.

[0010] A further improvement is that the elliptical slider includes a circular slider and two arc-shaped rubber blocks, with the two arc-shaped rubber blocks symmetrically coated and integrally fixed on the circular slider.

[0011] A further improvement is that the reinforcing connecting rod has a horizontal mounting groove, and the slide rail is embedded in the mounting groove.

[0012] A further improvement is that the locking rope is made of stainless steel braided rope.

[0013] A further improvement is that at least two sets of fasteners for locking or removing the front and rear clamping plates are provided between the front clamping plate, the fixing block, and the rear clamping plate.

[0014] A further improvement is made to the anti-rotation structure, which includes several anti-return grooves formed on the surface of the sliding rod. An anti-return block is provided in each anti-return groove. The fixed end of the anti-return block is rotatably fixed to the inner wall of the anti-return groove. A push-off spring is provided between the movable end of the anti-return block and the bottom of the anti-return groove to push the movable end of the anti-return block out of the anti-return groove. One end of the push-off spring is fixedly provided on the anti-return block, and the other end of the push-off spring is inserted into the insertion hole at the bottom of the anti-return groove. Anti-return protrusions are continuously distributed circumferentially on the inner wall of the rope winding sleeve to unidirectionally push against the movable end of the anti-return block to prevent backflow.

[0015] A further improvement is that a rope-threading block is integrally provided on the outer wall of the rope winding sleeve, and a rope-threading channel is opened inside the rope-threading block. A lower abutment block is fixedly provided at the tail of the locking rope to prevent it from leaving the rope-threading channel.

[0016] By adopting the aforementioned technical solution, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0017] 1. This invention establishes a sliding and adjustable installation mode for solar panels through an installation mechanism. The cooperation between the installation rail and the sliding installation device allows the solar panels to be flexibly slid and adjusted in the left and right directions after installation. Villagers can precisely control the distribution of single or multiple solar panels according to the daily lighting needs of their courtyards and seasonal changes in the angle of sunlight. This fully utilizes courtyard space for photovoltaic energy development while avoiding fixed shading of the courtyard area by the photovoltaic panels, balancing energy benefits and natural lighting experience. It provides core technical support for the popularization of photovoltaics in rural courtyards, meeting the dual needs of rural revitalization and green energy development. It facilitates precise matching between photovoltaic installation and natural lighting, breaking through the bottleneck of rural photovoltaic promotion.

[0018] 2. The elliptical slider adopts an integrated structure of a circular slider and a symmetrical arc-shaped rubber block. It can switch between unlocked sliding and locked states by flipping it 90 degrees: In the unlocked state, the short axis of the slider forms a sliding gap with the slide rail, ensuring that the solar panel adjustment process is smooth and without jamming; in the locked state, the flexible arc-shaped rubber block abuts against the upper and lower walls of the slide rail to eliminate the gap, and uses frictional resistance to achieve stable positioning. Compared with the traditional bolt locking method, there is no need to repeatedly disassemble the fasteners, and the operation efficiency is greatly improved.

[0019] 3. The anti-rotation structure, through the one-way cooperation of the anti-return block, the top spring, and the anti-return protrusion of the rope sleeve, can limit the accidental loosening of the locking rope, further enhance the locking stability, prevent outdoor wind and other factors from causing the solar panel to shift, and ensure the installation stability of the photovoltaic module.

[0020] 4. The front clamping plate, rear clamping plate and fixing block are fixed by two sets of fasteners, which facilitates the individual replacement of damaged parts and reduces maintenance costs.

[0021] 5. The movable connecting block adopts an upper and lower distributed structure with the snap-fit ​​channels set in opposite directions. Together with the upper abutment block at the head of the locking rope, it can realize the quick connection and tightening positioning of the locking rope and the clamping plate, while preventing the connection part from falling off under force, thus taking into account both connection reliability and ease of operation.

[0022] 6. The design of the mounting groove with embedded slide rails makes the locking device and the reinforcing connecting rod form an integrated structure, avoiding deformation of the components due to external forces.

[0023] 7. The locking rope is made of stainless steel braided rope, which has excellent corrosion resistance and tensile strength, and can adapt to complex environments such as outdoor wind, rain and temperature changes, thus extending the overall service life of the support. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 This is a top view schematic diagram of an outdoor solar panel support for preventing shading, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 2 This is a front view schematic diagram of an outdoor solar panel bracket for preventing shading, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] Figure 3 This is a side view of an outdoor solar panel support structure for preventing shading, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0027] Figure 4 yes Figure 2 Enlarged view of the local structure at point A in the middle.

[0028] Figure 5 yes Figure 3 Enlarged view of the local structure at point B.

[0029] Figure 6 This is a front view schematic diagram of the locking device in an outdoor solar panel bracket for preventing shading, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0030] Figure 7 This is a side view of the locking device in an outdoor solar panel bracket for preventing shading, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the anti-rotation structure of the locking device in an outdoor solar panel bracket for preventing shading, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0032] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the elliptical slider in the locking device of an outdoor solar panel bracket for preventing shading, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0033] Reference numerals: 10. Mounting frame; 11. Solar panel; 12. Column; 13. Reinforcing connecting rod; 14. Mounting guide rail; 15. Front clamp; 16. Rear clamp; 17. Fixing block; 18. Clamping groove; 19. Slide rail; 20. Oval slider; 201. Circular slider; 202. Arc-shaped rubber block; 21. Sliding rod; 22. Driving block; 23. Locking rope; 24. Rope reel sleeve; 25. Check groove; 26. Check block; 27. Abutment spring; 28. Check protrusion; 29. ​​Movable connecting block; 30. Connecting hole; 31. Snap-fit ​​channel; 32. Upper abutment block; 33. Locking fastener; 34. Rope threading block; 35. Rope threading channel. Detailed Implementation

[0034] The present invention will now be further described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0035] refer to Figures 1 to 9 This invention discloses an outdoor solar panel support for preventing shading, comprising a mounting frame 10 and a solar panel 11. Four columns 12 are positioned below the mounting frame 10, and six reinforcing connecting rods 13 are arranged along the left-right direction on the mounting frame 10. An installation mechanism is provided between the bottom of the solar panel 11 and the reinforcing connecting rods 13 for sliding and adjusting the installation position of the solar panel 11 after installation. The installation mechanism includes six mounting guide rails 14, each with a spherical cross-section to reduce the accumulation of debris on the rails. The mounting guide rails 14 are fixedly mounted on the top of the reinforcing connecting rods 13 at the front and rear ends of the solar panel 11. A sliding installation device for sliding the solar panel 11 is provided between the bottom surface of the solar panel 11 and the mounting guide rails 14. At least one of the sliding installation devices is equipped with a locking device for sliding and adjusting the solar panel installation position left and right in the unlocked state and for fixing the installation position of the solar panel 11 in the locked state.

[0036] Furthermore, the sliding installation device includes a front clamping plate 15, a rear clamping plate 16, and a fixing block 17. The clamping surfaces of the front clamping plate 15 and the rear clamping plate 16 are arc-shaped. The fixing block 17 is fixedly disposed in the middle or at both ends of the lower surface of the solar panel 11. The upper end of the front clamping plate 15 is detachably disposed on the front surface of the fixing block 17, and the upper end of the rear clamping plate 16 is detachably disposed on the rear surface of the fixing block 17. A clamping groove 18 is formed between the lower ends of the front clamping plate 15 and the lower ends of the rear clamping plate 16 for clamping and sliding with the mounting guide rail 14.

[0037] Furthermore, the locking device includes a slide rail 19, an elliptical slider 20, a sliding rod 21, a driving block 22, a locking rope 23, and a rope winding sleeve 24. A horizontal mounting groove is provided on the reinforcing connecting rod 13, and the slide rail 19 is horizontally embedded in the mounting groove along the left-right direction. The elliptical slider 20 includes a circular slider 201 and two arc-shaped rubber blocks 202. The two arc-shaped rubber blocks 202 are symmetrically coated and integrally fixed on the circular slider 201, and the elliptical slider 20 is slidably disposed within the slide rail 19. The short axis of the elliptical slider 20 has a rigid structure on both sides, forming a sliding gap with the top and bottom of the slide rail 19. The long axis of the elliptical slider 20 has a flexible structure on both sides, and after being rotated 90 degrees, it abuts against the top and bottom of the slide rail 19 to eliminate the sliding gap. The inner end of the sliding rod 21 is fixedly disposed on the outer end face of the elliptical slider. The driving block 22 is fixedly disposed on the outer end of the sliding rod 21 along the direction parallel to the long axis of the elliptical slider 20. The rope take-up sleeve 24 is rotatably sleeved on the middle section of the sliding rod 21. The locking rope 23 is a stainless steel braided rope. The tail of the locking rope 23 is fixedly disposed on the rope take-up sleeve 24, and the head of the locking rope 23 is movably connected to the front clamping plate 15 or the rear clamping plate 16. The sliding rod 21 is provided with an anti-rotation structure to limit the release of the locking rope 23 by the rope take-up sleeve 24.

[0038] Furthermore, the anti-rotation structure includes two anti-return grooves 25 symmetrically formed on the surface of the sliding rod 21. An anti-return block 26 is provided in the anti-return groove 25. The fixed end of the anti-return block 26 is rotatably fixed to the inner wall of the anti-return groove 25 via a rotating shaft. A push-off spring 27 is provided between the movable end of the anti-return block 26 and the bottom of the anti-return groove 25 for pushing the movable end of the anti-return block 26 out of the anti-return groove 25. One end of the push-off spring 27 is fixedly provided on the anti-return block 26, and the other end of the push-off spring 27 is inserted into the insertion hole at the bottom of the anti-return groove 25. Anti-return protrusions 28 are continuously distributed along the circumference on the inner wall of the rope winding sleeve 24 to unidirectionally push against the movable end of the anti-return block 26 to prevent rotation.

[0039] Furthermore, at least two movable connecting blocks 29 are integrally provided on the front clamping plate 15 or the rear clamping plate 16. The movable connecting blocks 29 are distributed vertically between each other. A connecting hole 30 is provided in the middle of the movable connecting block 29. A snap-fit ​​channel 31 communicating with the connecting hole 30 is provided on the movable connecting block 29 in the left-right direction. The opening ends of the snap-fit ​​channels 31 on the two movable connecting blocks 29 are in opposite directions. The head of the locking rope 23 is fixedly provided with an upper abutting block 32 that abuts against the upper surface of the upper movable connecting block 29 after the locking rope 23 is tightened.

[0040] Furthermore, at least two sets of locking fasteners 33 for securing or removing the front clamping plate 15 and the rear clamping plate 16 are provided between the front clamping plate 15, the fixing block 17, and the rear clamping plate 16. The locking fasteners 33 are bolt-nut assemblies. The front clamping plate 15, the rear clamping plate 16, and the fixing block 17 are fixed by a disassembly and assembly method, facilitating replacement of damaged components, adjustment of clamping force, and control of the sliding resistance of the solar panel 11.

[0041] Furthermore, a rope-threading block 34 is integrally provided on the outer wall of the rope winding sleeve 24, and a rope-threading channel 35 is provided inside the rope-threading block 34. A lower abutment block (not shown in the figure) is fixedly provided at the tail of the locking rope 23 to restrict it from disengaging from the rope-threading channel 35.

[0042] A method for installing an outdoor solar panel bracket with anti-shading function:

[0043] Fix the support column 12 to the outdoor ground at a preset interval, fix the mounting frame 10 to the top of the support column 12, and weld and fix several reinforcing connecting rods 13 along the left and right direction of the mounting frame 10. Weld and fix the mounting guide rail 14 to the top of the reinforcing connecting rods 13 along the front and rear installation positions of the solar panel 11. Fix the fixing block 17 to both ends of the lower surface of the solar panel 11 along the left and right direction using bolts or welding, that is, fix the fixing block 17 to the middle or both ends (i.e., the four corners) of the bottom of the solar panel 11. Then, align the upper ends of the front clamping piece 15 and the rear clamping piece 16 with the front and rear surfaces of the fixing block 17, and initially fix them with bolts and nuts, but do not tighten them yet, leaving adjustment margin for the clamping groove 18. Align the clamping groove 18 formed by the front and rear clamping pieces 16 with the end of the mounting guide rail 14 and slide it into the mounting guide rail 14. Adjust the spacing between the front clamping piece 15 and the rear clamping piece 16 to ensure a proper fit between the slide groove and the guide rail, guaranteeing smooth sliding while preventing excessive gaps that could cause the solar panel 11 to wobble. Then tighten the locking fasteners. Slide the elliptical slider 20 of the locking device along the end of the slide rail 19. Push the sliding rod 21 and the rope winding sleeve 24 to slide the locking device below the sliding installation device. Insert the head of the locking rope 23 into the connecting holes of the two movable connecting blocks 29 in sequence. Rotate the rope winding sleeve 24 to tighten the locking rope 23, making the locking rope 23 vertical. Rotate the drive block 22 to rotate the elliptical slider 20 by 90 degrees, so that the arc-shaped rubber block 202 of the elliptical slider 20 abuts against the top and bottom of the slide rail 19 to eliminate the sliding gap and restrict the movement of the locking device through frictional resistance. Then further tighten the locking rope 23 to lock and restrict the solar panel 11 from sliding left and right along the installation guide rail 14.

[0044] Method for adjusting the installation position of the solar panel: Rotate the drive block 22 90 degrees in the opposite direction of tightening the locking rope 23, causing the sliding rod 21 to rotate, so that both the rope-retracting sleeve 24 and the elliptical slider 20 rotate 90 degrees. The major axis of the elliptical slider 20 rotates from a vertical state to a horizontal state, disengaging from the locked state and entering the unlocked state. The rope-retracting sleeve 24 rotates in the opposite direction, causing the locking rope 23 to disengage from the tightened state. After synchronously sliding the solar panel 11 and the locking device to the target adjustment position, rotate the drive block 22 in the forward direction to put the elliptical slider 20 into the locked state, and then rotate the rope-retracting sleeve 24 to further tighten the locking rope 23.

[0045] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of the present invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions above are merely illustrative of the principles of the present invention. Various changes and modifications can be made to the present invention without departing from its spirit and scope. All such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the present invention as claimed, which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A shade-proof outdoor solar panel bracket, comprising a mounting frame and solar panels, wherein a plurality of columns are disposed below the mounting frame, characterized in that: The mounting frame is provided with several reinforcing connecting rods along the left and right directions, and an installation mechanism is provided between the bottom of the solar panel and the reinforcing connecting rods for sliding and adjusting the installation position of the solar panel after installation. The installation mechanism includes an installation guide rail, which is fixedly mounted on the top of the reinforcing connecting rod at the front and rear ends of the solar panel. A sliding installation device for sliding the solar panel is provided between the bottom surface of the solar panel and the installation guide rail. At least one of the sliding installation devices is provided with a locking device that allows the solar panel to slide left and right to adjust its installation position in the unlocked state and to fix its installation position in the locked state. The locking device includes a slide rail, an elliptical slider, a sliding rod, a driving block, a locking rope, and a rope-retracting sleeve. The slide rail is horizontally arranged on the side of the reinforcing connecting rod in the left-right direction. The elliptical slider is slidably arranged inside the slide rail. The two sides of the short axis of the elliptical slider are rigid and form a sliding gap with the top and bottom of the slide rail. The two sides of the long axis of the elliptical slider are flexible and, after being rotated 90 degrees, abut against the top and bottom of the slide rail to eliminate the sliding gap. The inner end of the sliding rod is fixedly arranged on the outer end face of the elliptical slider. The driving block is fixedly arranged on the outer end of the sliding rod in the direction parallel to the long axis of the elliptical slider. The rope-retracting sleeve is rotatably sleeved on the middle section of the sliding rod. The tail of the locking rope is fixedly arranged on the rope-retracting sleeve. The head of the locking rope is movably connected to the sliding mounting device. The sliding rod is provided with an anti-rotation structure for limiting the release of the locking rope by the rope-retracting sleeve. The sliding installation device includes a front clamping plate, a rear clamping plate, and a fixing block. The fixing block is fixedly installed on the lower surface of the solar panel. The upper end of the front clamping plate is detachably installed on the front surface of the fixing block, and the upper end of the rear clamping plate is detachably installed on the rear surface of the fixing block. A clamping groove is formed between the lower ends of the front clamping plate and the lower ends of the rear clamping plate to allow for sliding with the mounting guide rail. The head of the locking rope is movably connected to the front clamping plate or the rear clamping plate.

2. The outdoor solar panel bracket for preventing shading according to claim 1, characterized in that: At least two movable connecting blocks are integrally provided on the front or rear clamping plate. The movable connecting blocks are distributed vertically between each other. A connecting hole is opened in the middle of the movable connecting block. A snap-fit ​​channel communicating with the connecting hole is opened in the left and right direction on the movable connecting block. The opening ends of the snap-fit ​​channels opened on the two movable connecting blocks are in opposite directions. The head of the locking rope is fixedly provided with an upper abutting block that abuts against the upper surface of the upper movable connecting block after the locking rope is tightened.

3. The outdoor solar panel bracket with anti-shading feature according to claim 1, characterized in that: The elliptical slider includes a circular slider and two arc-shaped rubber blocks, which are symmetrically coated and integrally fixed on the circular slider.

4. The outdoor solar panel bracket with anti-shading feature according to claim 1, characterized in that: The reinforcing connecting rod has a horizontal mounting groove, and the slide rail is embedded in the mounting groove.

5. The outdoor solar panel bracket for preventing shading according to claim 1, characterized in that: The locking rope is a stainless steel braided rope.

6. The outdoor solar panel bracket for preventing shading according to claim 1, characterized in that: At least two sets of fasteners for locking or removing the front and rear clamping plates are provided between the front clamping plate, the fixing block, and the rear clamping plate.

7. The outdoor solar panel bracket for preventing shading according to claim 1, characterized in that: The anti-rotation structure includes several anti-return grooves formed on the surface of the sliding rod. An anti-return block is provided in each anti-return groove. The fixed end of the anti-return block is rotatably fixed to the inner wall of the anti-return groove. A push-off spring is provided between the movable end of the anti-return block and the bottom of the anti-return groove to push the movable end of the anti-return block out of the anti-return groove. One end of the push-off spring is fixedly provided on the anti-return block, and the other end of the push-off spring is inserted into the insertion hole at the bottom of the anti-return groove. Anti-return protrusions are continuously distributed along the circumference on the inner wall of the rope winding sleeve to unidirectionally push against the movable end of the anti-return block to prevent rotation.

8. The outdoor solar panel bracket with anti-shading as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The outer wall of the rope winding sleeve is integrally provided with a rope threading block, and the rope threading block has a rope threading channel inside. The tail of the locking rope is fixedly provided with a lower abutment block to prevent it from leaving the rope threading channel.

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